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Tampa SoHo Shootings

The Latest on Gun Violence In Tampa’s SoHo District

Just weeks after a shooting in Tampa’s popular SoHo district, shots rang out again. This time, two people were left dead. What’s going on with gun violence in South Tampa, and who is behind the deadly acts? Where Were the SoHo Shootings? SoHo…

What Laws and Rules Did Student Protesters Break? 

The end of the school year is usually a celebratory time at colleges and universities, but instead of parties this year, there were protests and police. More than 2,000 students were arrested. What laws did the students break? And what punishments…
Reclassification of Marijuana Florida

What Would Federal Reclassification of Marijuana Mean in Florida?

For the first time in fifty years, the federal government is considering changing the way it labels marijuana. What is changing, and how would it impact people in Florida? The Federal Proposal to Change Marijuana Classification The potential…
How Likely Is Jail Time for First DUI in Florida?

How Likely Is Jail Time for First DUI in Florida?

If you have been arrested for a DUI, you probably have many questions. One of the most pressing questions might be, “Will I go to jail?” Let’s look at the facts and answer the question, “How likely is jail time for first DUI in Florida?” How…
Charged with Murder After Fatal Fentanyl Overdose

Another Drug Dealer Is Charged with Murder After Fatal Fentanyl Overdose 

It’s long been a crime to sell and distribute illegal drugs, but now, more and more drug dealers are facing an additional crime: murder. In what cases can a drug dealer be charged with murder? And what led to a recent murder charge over…
Armature Works

What’s The Latest on the Shooting at Armature Works in Tampa?

Photo Via Armature Works Facebook Page  Armature Works is a family-friendly gathering space, so what could have led to a shooting there in the late afternoon on a Tuesday? See what investigators have uncovered about this terrible shooting. Shots…

What Potential Lawsuits Could Arise from Baltimore Bridge Collapse?

Police had just ninety seconds to get people off the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, before it crashed into the water. Six men lost their lives, and the collapse will impact most of the entire Eastern seaboard for years to come. Will…

Band-Aids and Other Bandages May Include Cancer-Causing Forever Chemicals 

Band-Aids are often thought of as a healing agent. You put a sticky bandage over a cut or wound to start the healing process. However, a recent study says the common healthcare item may actually cause health problems instead of helping to fix…

Why Did Federal Agents Raid The Homes of Sean “Diddy” Combs? 

It’s been a busy few months for music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs. Starting in November 2023, the famous producer has been involved in numerous lawsuits alleging sexual assault and harassment. The allegations recently became even more serious…